Sous Chef
The Sous Chef Cook will employ both culinary and time management skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the upscale Guest dining experience at Joshua Creek Ranch, one of the premier hunting lodges and sporting resorts in the world.
Responsibilities
- Support Executive Chef in all things BOH and Culinary
- BOH shift leader for breakfast/lunch, dinner, and/or special events as scheduled
- Cooking in multiple outlets including both public and private guest dining venues
- Fine dining featuring wild game, gourmet cuisine, and regional favorites
- Food preparation and cooking for multiple events, and daily reservations
- Oversee all food quality, consistency, timeliness and guest satisfaction during shifts
- Strict adherence to Ranch recipes and menu rotations as set by Executive Chef
- Standard operating procedures in accordance with food/health safety policies
- Maintain all kitchen facilities, equipment and kitchenware
- Resourceful troubleshooting and issue resolution as needed
- Ensure positive BOH team chemistry and professionalism
- Develop solid working relationship with FOH team
- Special events planning and new recipe development
- Ability to interact with guests when appropriate
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a commercial cook and/or sous chef
- Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Excellent record of kitchen and shift supervision
- Familiar with industry best practices
- BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus
- Food handler's and Food manager's certificate
- Ideal candidate might live in Boerne, Comfort, Kerrville (surrounding Hill Country area northwest of San Antonio) and/or not mind commuting to rural location 15 minutes north of downtown Boerne
- Compensation Depends on Experience
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and most holidays
- Must be reliable, flexible, and ready/willing to work team player
Compensation
- Combined Hourly Rate Up to $30+/Hour DOE (Base Rate + Monthly Service Fees)
- Benefits including medical, dental, and vision care
- 401K with employer match available
